Neurodivergent Glossary
ADHD and Autism
An easy way to understand the medical jargon of the neurodivergent world.
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ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder)
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition where attention, activity levels and impulse control work differently from most people's, present since childhood and showing up across different parts of life.
Adherence to treatment
Adherence to treatment means how closely day-to-day treatment matches the plan agreed with a clinician, such as taking medication at the agreed times or attending sessions.
Anxiety disorder
An anxiety disorder is a mental health condition where worry or fear is frequent, hard to stop and out of proportion to the situation, often with physical signs.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
Autism spectrum disorder is the diagnostic name for autism, a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference in social communication and sensory experience, often with a strong preference for routine and focused interests.
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